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Jim “Crush” Duricy was a father, husband and a United States Air Force test pilot at Eglin Air Force Base with the 46th Test Wing Squadron. On April 30, 2002, he flew his last mission testing the speeds of the F-15C with the AIM-9X Sidewinder missile. He was required to reach the speeds of Mach 2 in order to complete the test. During the mission, his plane tore in half right behind the cockpit. He ejected from the plane, sending him in the fast airstream and killing him instantly. His legacy serves as an inspiration to the next generation of pilots. "Crush" 7 mins. / West Coast premiere. This film is part of a Doc Block. Five documentary shorts reveal personal stories and experiences from training, frontlines and back home, covering World War II, the Vietnam War and the War in Afghanistan. Exclusively featuring films for, by and about service members and veterans, the festival runs May 7-9, 2025 featuring 16 Films | 5 Showtimes | 3 days! View the full schedule of films About GI Film Festival San Diego: The 2025 event takes place May 7-9, 2025 in San Diego, during Military Appreciation Month. All community members, civilians, family, allies, service members, veterans and film lovers are welcome to catch a film, be inspired, and build community. The festival is organized by KPBS in partnership with the Film Consortium San Diego. The GI Film Festival San Diego is a member of the San Diego Veterans Coalition and the San Diego Military Family Collaborative. GI Film Festival San Diego on Facebook / KPBS on Instagram

After producing the music video for their song “Excuse My Accent,” artists Rob Young Walker and Andrei “Drei Ros” Rosca met Hector Barajas, a deported American military veteran. Upon hearing his story, they embark on a journey to shed light on the issue. "Bring Them Home" is a powerful, award-winning documentary exploring the harrowing issue of deported veterans—a group who have honorably served yet find themselves exiled by the very nation they defended. This gripping film highlights the stories of non-citizen soldiers who are deported, intertwining personal sacrifice with national identity. 28 mins RED CARPET ALERT: Filmmaker Rob Young is expected to attend. Exclusively featuring films for, by and about service members and veterans, the festival runs May 7-9, 2025 featuring 16 Films | 5 Showtimes | 3 days! View the full schedule of films About GI Film Festival San Diego: The 2025 event takes place May 7-9, 2025 in San Diego, during Military Appreciation Month. All community members, civilians, family, allies, service members, veterans and film lovers are welcome to catch a film, be inspired, and build community. The festival is organized by KPBS in partnership with the Film Consortium San Diego. The GI Film Festival San Diego is a member of the San Diego Veterans Coalition and the San Diego Military Family Collaborative. GI Film Festival San Diego on Facebook / KPBS on Instagram

"Aunt Cindy and The Alchemist" revolves around a seemingly ordinary family whose lives take a surprising turn. The story centers on Elena, a spirited woman whose life with her husband and son appears idyllic. The family’s dynamic shifts when Elena takes a road trip through Italy and discovers the true meaning of love. As the story unfolds, the family’s long-buried secrets and ambitions rise to the surface, leading to an unexpected and life-altering twist in the final moments. 2024, 11 mins. San Diego premiere. This film is part of a Narrative Block. This collection of narrative shorts explores a range of human emotions and cinematic styles, from horror to period drama. RED CARPET ALERT: Filmmakers Devin and Jeanne Scott are expected to attend. Exclusively featuring films for, by and about service members and veterans, the festival runs May 7-9, 2025 featuring 16 Films | 5 Showtimes | 3 days! View the full schedule of films About GI Film Festival San Diego: The 2025 event takes place May 7-9, 2025 in San Diego, during Military Appreciation Month. All community members, civilians, family, allies, service members, veterans and film lovers are welcome to catch a film, be inspired, and build community. The festival is organized by KPBS in partnership with the Film Consortium San Diego. The GI Film Festival San Diego is a member of the San Diego Veterans Coalition and the San Diego Military Family Collaborative. GI Film Festival San Diego on Facebook / KPBS on Instagram

The judges of the annual prize for female and nonbinary writers praised Lubrin's debut short story collection, Code Noir, for breaking "new ground in short fiction." The award comes with $150K.

The Trump administration is terminating thousands of foreign assistance grants and awards, according to a court filing. The move effectively guts the six-decade-old agency.

Celebrate Spring by creating a colorful basket of Chick, Bunny (faces, feet and butts!), Carrot and Easter Egg cookies decorated with fondant. No experience required. All supplies provided. Ages 12 years and older. Visit: https://www.sweetpetiteconfections.com/events Sweet Petite Confections on Instagram and Facebook

Fix your broken items for free and learn new skills. Bring your broken, non-functioning things: electronics, appliances, computers, toys, bicycles, clothes, etc. for assessment, disassembly, and possible repair. SD Fix-It Clinic will provide workspace, specialty tools, and guidance to help you disassemble and troubleshoot your item. Whether we fix it or not, you’ll learn more about how it was manufactured and how it worked. This is a family-friendly event: children are heartily invited! Learn how to: Fix broken appliances and gadgets Repair road and mountain bikes Mend your favorite outfit RSVP is required for item repair with the Fixit Clinic Coaches. UCCE Master Gardeners of San Diego County will be on site to clean and sharpen one pair of pruners or loppers for free. (Must be non-serrated, no longer than 2 inches and in good working condition.) Sponsored by Emerald Keepers and the City of Coronado. Visit: https://coronado.librarycalendar.com/event/fix-it-clinic-30713 San Diego Fixit Clinic on Instagram and Facebook

Bring your broken, non-functioning things: electronics, appliances, computers, toys, bicycles, clothes, etc. for assessment, disassembly, and possible repair. We’ll provide work-space, specialty tools, and guidance to help you disassemble and troubleshoot your item and it’s all free, though we welcome donations to keep the movement growing! Whether we fix it or not, you’ll learn more about how it was manufactured and how it worked while trusting it won’t end up in a landfill. Visit: https://events.humanitix.com/sdfixitclinic_lakeside

Chad has one of the highest rates of maternal mortality. A group of midwives helped but now their jobs are on the line — one of many cases where countries must try to keep such programs alive.

Author Gary Rivlin says regulation can help control how AI is used: "AI could be an amazing thing around health, medicine, scientific discoveries, education ... as long as we're deliberate about it."